2005 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A4 and 1985 Audi Coupe are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1985 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
