1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 469 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Coupe | Compass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
