1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |