1989 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
