2006 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Audi A6 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Belmont
Year Released 2006 1986
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm