1985 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Porsche 944

To start off, both 1985 Audi 200 and 1985 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.

Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 944. 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 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (258 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 200 1985 Porsche 944
Make Audi Porsche
Model 200 944
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 2479 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 221 HP
Torque 258 Nm 330 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2410 mm