1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | RS 200 | A4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |