2004 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
