1985 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 205 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, 1985 Audi 200 (258 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
