1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 370 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Coupe | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
