1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 493 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Caravan | 80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
