1987 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 25 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 902 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
