1977 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
