1991 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 19 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 212 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1646 mm |
