2006 Acura RL vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
