1977 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
