2000 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
