1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Aspen | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
