1997 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
