2006 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
