1981 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
