2008 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ford Granada

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Audi A6 1984 Ford Granada
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Granada
Year Released 2008 1984
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1875 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2780 mm