1985 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Audi A8
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1999 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
