1989 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1007 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
