1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 993 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
