2000 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Audi 80
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1984 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
