2001 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
