2006 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
