1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Renault 18.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 18 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |