1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 160 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.
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 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
