1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 592 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
