1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 687 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 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2779 mm |
