1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 Mitsubishi Starion were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 175 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 Mitsubishi Starion 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 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1984 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Coupe Starion
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1125 kg