1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
