1991 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 100 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
