1984 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Audi 100
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1990 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
