1996 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A4 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
