2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.

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2009 Audi A6 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Belmont
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm