1981 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 18 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, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Today |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
