1981 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1981 Audi 80 and 1981 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 80 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |