1969 Audi Variant vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger.
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, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Variant | Charger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
