1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 786 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Quattro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |