1988 Audi 200 vs. 1971 Audi 100
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1971 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1871 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
