2003 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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 A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
