1977 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 26 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
