1971 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 941 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
