1979 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
