2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
