1989 Audi V8 vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, both 1989 Audi V8 and 1989 Dodge Daytona were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | V8 | Daytona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |