1989 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
