1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 884 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1985 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Coupe | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
