1991 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
