1995 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 1995 Audi A6 and 1995 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra. 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, 1995 Audi A6 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A6 1995 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Vectra
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2650 mm


 

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