2009 Audi A5 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
