1996 Audi S6 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
