1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Audi 200 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | 200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |