1984 Audi 200 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
