1985 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 24 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
