1996 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
