1986 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 156 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.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
