2008 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. 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 1985 Ford Telstar. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
