1981 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
