1989 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 | XF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2909 mm |
