1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 42 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 100 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
