1986 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 12 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
