1987 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 12 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), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 858 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
