2007 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
