1982 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 310 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Note |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
