1988 Audi V8 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 747 kg more than 1988 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | V8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
