1979 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 459 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
