1971 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 958 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
