1979 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1197 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
