1986 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
