1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline

To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 100 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 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. 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 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1984 Nissan Skyline
Make Audi Nissan
Model Coupe Skyline
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2620 mm


 

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