1990 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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 12 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Audi 200 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model 200 Familia
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 50 L