1970 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
