2008 Audi A5 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A5 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
