2003 Audi TT vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 14 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
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 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
