1987 Audi 200 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 5 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 200 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
