1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 23 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 770 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | S5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
