1999 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 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 9 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
