1985 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
