1991 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
