1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Nissan Cedric were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1977 Nissan Cedric 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 1977 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |