1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 124 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Touran |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1374 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 |