1976 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
