1988 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
