1987 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
