1989 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. 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 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 100 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
