1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 10 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
