1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. 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 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |