1985 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 142 L |
