1987 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 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 110 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
