2005 Audi S6 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
