1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1985 TVR Tasmin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Audi | TVR |
Model | 100 | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |