1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Quattro | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
