1985 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 31 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |