1987 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 5 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
