1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
