1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 570 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
