1980 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
