1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 746 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Sport | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
