2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
