1986 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 1 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 80 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
