1985 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
