1986 Audi 200 vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
