1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |