1989 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2475 mm |
