2009 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. 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 1994 Ford Mustang. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
