1985 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 27 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 76 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Caliber. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
