1994 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Audi 100
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1990 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
