1986 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Life |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
