1986 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 200 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 200 | 993 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |