1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 92 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
