1988 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
