1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 17 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. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 264 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
