1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 12 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. Both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1996 Volkswagen Parati are equipped with a 1,779 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Parati |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
