1990 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2874 mm |
