1978 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
