1987 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
