1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Armada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
