1981 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | 100 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |