1978 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 35 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 735 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2914 mm |
