1985 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 81 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.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
