1980 Audi Sport vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Nissan Silvia is newer by 8 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 167 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Sport | Silvia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |