1984 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi 200. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
