1986 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 354 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
