2000 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
