2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 378 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
