1988 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | EX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
