1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | RS 200 | R8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 90 L |