1988 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | V8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
