1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |