1989 Audi 200 vs. 1981 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1981 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
