1991 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1999 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
