1986 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Today |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
