1987 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 657 kg more than 1987 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Audi 200 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |