1999 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
