1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 21 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
