1981 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Audi 200
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 156 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.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1980 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
