1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1998 Kia Clarus is newer by 16 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 16 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Clarus weights approximately 174 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
