1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 337 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
