1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 19 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
