1985 Audi 200 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
