1988 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
