1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 76 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 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
