1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type

To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 5 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 550 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 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1989 Jaguar F-Type
Make Audi Jaguar
Model Coupe F-Type
Year Released 1984 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 102 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2600 mm


 

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