1991 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 914 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
