2001 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
