1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 13 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | TT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
