1981 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 126 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1993 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 80 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
