1981 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 14 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
