1978 Audi 100 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 813 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.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 100 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
