1979 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |