1985 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 10 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. Both 1985 Audi 100 and 1995 Volkswagen Parati are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
