2000 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
