1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 582 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Quattro | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
