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Quattro debate
I am having a little internal quattro debate - I am going ( for those of
you who remember, this has been going on for some time ) to replace my 1990
100 Q with a different car. My choices are pretty much
A 1989-1990 200 TQ.
A 1990-1991 Coupe Q 20v
...Any suggestions on the two? Basically, I am looking for a little bit more
power, but I need the Quattro system, and love Audis. If I could afford it, I
would get a 1991 200 TQ or a 1991 v8 5-speed. Speaking of v8's, how are the
Audi v8 automatics? I really don't like the idea of an automatic, but I reall
DO like the idea of a v8. Especially a lightweight 260-300 (which is it?) HP
v8 in an Audi.
I am not looking to run circles around Porsche c-4's or anything, but I
would like to have enough power to get out of my own way, and if possible,
take out a mustang or camaro on the way. ( hence I am considering the 200
Quattro, and buying a chip )
I am not really thinking about a pre-89 turbo Q, but you never know.
Basically the benefits of the coupe are
1 20v engine - torque sucks, but better HP, higher redline, no turbo lag
2 smaller - less weight, less mass to accelerate, better cornering
3 a coupe - chicks dig coupes
Benefits of the 200
1 turbo engine - easily upgradible, don't have to take off 15% HP for
altitude
2. larger - can put more stuff in it, Subwoofers, snowboards, crates
of beer, stuff..you know..
3. not as sporty - doesn't scream 'Arest me NOW!' to cops
- doesn't scream 'race me!' at stop lights
Can anyone offer my suggestions as to what I should do? I am really stuck
here, between and Audi and an Audi. ( and a third Audi! )
I know, life is really pretty rough.
So, if you have any personal preferance, opinions, sawed off
shotguns^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H, whatever, send 'em my way.
Thanks, Brooks.