1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 15 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi Coupe 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Audi Mazda
Model Coupe Drifter
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1590 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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