1989 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
