1987 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 9 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 606 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 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
