2006 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
