1987 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 421 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
