1987 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
