1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
