1991 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Laser | A6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
