1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 18 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 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
