1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. Both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1981 Volkswagen Santana are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1981 Volkswagen Santana has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volkswagen Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Santana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
