2000 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
