1985 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 463 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
