1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
