1995 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
