1990 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 682 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |
