2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
