1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1054 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
