1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 454 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Audi | Avanti |
Model | 100 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3400 mm |