1990 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
