1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 72 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.
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 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
