1985 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 16 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
