2005 Audi TT vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 16 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2980 mm |
