1999 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1999 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
