1985 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 343 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
