2009 Audi A5 vs. 1990 Audi 200
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1990 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
