1986 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 26 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 207 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
