1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 850 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1900 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 |
