1989 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
