1986 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
