1984 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
