1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 318 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
