1994 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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 1969 Opel Rekord. 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |