1977 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 18 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 240 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 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
