1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
