2001 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
