1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | R |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3216 mm |
