1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 570 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | 100 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |