1989 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 21 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1057 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
