1990 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 21 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | 200 | CT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
