1973 Audi Asso vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Asso | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3340 mm |
