1992 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
