1991 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
