1981 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1981 Audi 80 and 1985 Audi 200 are equipped with a 2,144 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1985 Audi 200 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | 80 | 200 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |