2007 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2300 mm |
