1979 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
