2008 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford RS 200. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |
