2007 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 1986 Renault Alpine
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Alpine
Year Released 2007 1986
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2967 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.6:1
Top Speed 247 km/hour 249 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1182 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L