1985 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 204 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 200 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
