2005 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
