2002 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | LTD |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |