1985 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
