1994 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Ford LTD

To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi A6 1979 Ford LTD
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 LTD
Year Released 1994 1979
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5320 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2910 mm


 

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