1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | 21 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |