2005 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
