1991 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 9 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
