1968 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 72 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
