1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1122 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Quattro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |