1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 450 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 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
