2009 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |