1991 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1980 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
