1981 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1220 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 80 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |