2008 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
