1986 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 20 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), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 416 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.
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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
