1977 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 36 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 810 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | 100 | RX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
