1982 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1982 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 100. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1982 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
