1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
