1986 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Audi A3
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1986 Audi 100 and 1996 Audi A3 are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1996 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
