1998 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 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 73 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
