1998 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1986 Toyota Century 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 1986 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century. 1986 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1986 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
