1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 766 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | Vito |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |