2008 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. 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 1986 Lancia Prisma. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.

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2008 Audi A6 1986 Lancia Prisma
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Prisma
Year Released 2008 1986
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 55.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 51 L