1990 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
