1999 Audi S8 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
