1975 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
