1980 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 80 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
