1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
