1982 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1982 Audi 100 and 1982 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 100 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Polo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |