1991 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, both 1991 Audi 100 and 1991 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
