2003 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
