1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 626 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
