1989 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
