1985 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2475 mm |
