1987 Audi 90 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 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, 1987 Audi 90 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 90 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
