2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
