1985 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, both 1985 Audi 200 and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (258 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 219 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
