1986 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 259 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
