1998 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
