1996 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
