Actually to answer Dirks original question, I used to own both the 80-200 f2.8 2 ring zoom (non-AF-S) and the 70-200 AF-S VR G.
I've done a lot of side by side work with both and in general my feedback is as follows,
70-200 AF-S VR f2.8 (does work on full frame film - I use it on my F100 without issue)
- ever so slightly sharper.
- better bokeh (noticeable)
- faster focus (due to AF-S)
- VR really works and makes a 3 stop difference)
- Replaced tripod leg with new LCF-10 QR from RRS.
- AF-lock on lens is useful for me
80-200 non-AFS f2.8 2 ring
- Main reason I kept it was because I still use film full frame cameras like the original FM2 which requires an aperture ring. Currently thinking of getting an FM3. Also works on my F100.
- slow to focus on D70 - the screw driven AF on the F100 is much stronger.
- Nicer crinkle finish reminiscent of the old pro-line Nikon lenses, like the 28mm f1.4, 105 DC F2, 85mm f1.4, etc....
- better tripod leg
- switching between AF/MF not as easy.
I ended up selling the 80-200mm f2.8 for the same price I bought it for so that is another data point to consider, since they hold their value well. I know that won't happen for the 70-200 which has more electronics and may not last as long at over double the price. I ended up getting the 80-400 VR 3.5-5.6mm to fill in the needs when I need more range and an aperture ring
For manual full frame camera use the extra speed I get with f2.8 is not necessary since I don't use it for sports so the 80-400 fits well there.