1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | Coupe | tC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
