2000 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 116 L |
