1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattro | 250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
