1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Nissan Silvia were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 80 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |