1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 27 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 144 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Touran |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |