1981 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 175 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
