1983 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
