2002 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
