2004 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
