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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1405 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 |
