1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 13 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Persona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1997 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | Coupe | Persona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
