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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 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 70 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2012 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 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 |
