1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Audi A4
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. Both 1985 Audi Coupe and 2000 Audi A4 are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2000 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
