1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 28 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 367 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
