1983 Ford Orion vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Orion | A6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2842 mm |
