1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 968 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
