2001 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
