1985 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 28 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 800 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2914 mm |
