1983 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
