1979 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | 15 | S6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |