1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 438 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 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 | 1230 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
