1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie

To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 Nissan Prairie were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.

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