2005 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Audi 100
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1990 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
