1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 2012 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Super 5 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2913 mm |
