1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Audi 100 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 47 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80.
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 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
