1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit

To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Dodge Spirit were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 80 1989 Dodge Spirit
Make Audi Dodge
Model 80 Spirit
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2630 mm