1979 Audi 100 vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 662 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.
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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 100 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| 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 | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
