2000 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
