2001 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
