1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 26 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1343 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Sport | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
