2008 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
