1978 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
