1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
