1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | RS2 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
