1987 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 13 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
