2007 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1984 Renault 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
