1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 634 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3250 mm |