1977 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Venturi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Venturi Coupe 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 1992 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1992 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
