1989 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 22 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, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | 100 | xD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
