1980 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 163 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
