2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
