1980 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 80 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
