1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 975 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1987 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Audi Coupe | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Coupe | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |