1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 27 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. Both 1984 Audi Coupe and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
