2009 Audi A8 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
