1987 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 917 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Renault 5 2010 Audi A5
Make Renault Audi
Model 5 A5
Year Released 1987 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 858 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4625 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L