1970 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 403 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
