1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 25 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 2010 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
