1989 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 19 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Vivant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
