1979 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 16 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 414 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1995 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
