1994 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
