1989 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
