1975 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mirada (343 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | 80 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |