1985 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2004 Proton Perdana is newer by 19 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. 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 2004 Proton Perdana. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | 200 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
