2006 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 17 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, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 130 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 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
