2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 373 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Patrol | 80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
