1989 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 316 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
