1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
