1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser. 1984 Ford Laser 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. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 1984 Ford Laser | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Laser |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |