1985 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 22 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Polo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |