1991 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 104 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
