1985 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 6 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 2,224 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1991 Audi 100 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2224 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 216 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
