1989 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 381 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
