1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Patrol | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2833 mm |
