1972 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 853 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Variant | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
