1999 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A6 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A6 | 21 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
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 | 149 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |