1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | Coupe | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |