1995 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
