1985 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 384 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |
