1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 496 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
