1989 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 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 72 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
