1990 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
