1988 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 23 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 76 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | T5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |