2009 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 25 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), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 624 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
