1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 16 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 57 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2784 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
