2002 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra 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 95 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
