1994 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 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 85 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. 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 1984 Dodge 600. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
