1990 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
