2005 Audi A2 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 24 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
