1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Sport | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
