1980 Audi Sport vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1981 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Sport | Silvia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |