1977 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1977 Audi 100 and 1982 Audi Coupe are equipped with a 2,144 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1982 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
