1975 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 787 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
