1995 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Audi A6.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Datsun Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Datsun |
| Model | A6 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
