1985 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 26 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), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 280 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 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
