1996 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
