1999 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Spirit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |