2006 Acura RL vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 21 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RL | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
