1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |