1989 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 470 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
