2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
