1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
