1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Audi A6

To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Festiva 2013 Audi A6
Make Ford Audi
Model Festiva A6
Year Released 1987 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 62 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 549 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4931 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2086 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2916 mm


 

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