1994 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante

To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 140 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.

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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6. 1986 Cadillac Allante 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. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1994 Audi A6 1986 Cadillac Allante
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 Allante
Year Released 1994 1986
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 4087 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm