1990 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
