1980 Audi Sport vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Sport | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
