1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Daytona | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Daytona | TT |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2469 mm |