1996 Audi S6 vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Skoda Favorit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda Favorit has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda Favorit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi S6 | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | S6 | Favorit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 47 L |