1976 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Ford Probe
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 114 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.
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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1998 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
