1979 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 31 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 922 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 2010 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
