1985 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 944 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |