1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser

To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.

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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 100 1989 Plymouth Laser
Make Audi Plymouth
Model 100 Laser
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2370 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2480 mm


 

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