1999 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
