1978 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 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 61 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
