2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
