1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 693 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |
