1984 Audi 200 vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1984 Audi 200 and 1984 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 200 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |