1970 Audi Variant vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Variant | Santana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
