1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
