1987 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 830 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 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 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
