2001 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
