1982 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
