1995 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
