1984 Audi 200 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 7 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
