1990 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
