1988 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
