1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1628 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3890 mm |
