1985 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 207 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
