1985 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 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 2,142 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 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
