1989 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | City |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
