1984 Audi 200 vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
