1979 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 33 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), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 440 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2788 mm |
