1994 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
