1996 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
