1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
