1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 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 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.

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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Audi Coupe 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model Coupe Familia
Year Released 1988 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2309 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.4:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2620 mm


 

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