1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 215 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
