1992 Renault 19 vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1976 Audi 80.
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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 19 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
