1989 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
