1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |