1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 152 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Altima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
