2000 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
