1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 23 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
