1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 152 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Datsun 280Z 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 1976 Datsun 280Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Audi | Datsun |
| Model | 100 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
