1987 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
