1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 745 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
