1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Super 90 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
