2007 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
