1990 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Touran |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |