1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Sport | Durango |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
