1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 817 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
