1988 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 24 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 10 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 200 | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |