1977 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 186 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
