1984 Audi 200 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
