2002 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Audi A6 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Belmont
Year Released 2002 1989
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2530 mm