1998 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
