1980 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
