1968 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1985 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
