1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 550 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 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 993 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
