1985 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
