1976 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 516 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 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
