2003 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
