2009 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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 1986 Toyota Camry. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.

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2009 Audi A6 1986 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Camry
Year Released 2009 1986
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm