2004 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
