1997 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
