1987 Audi 200 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
