1994 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1978 Holden Sunbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
