1981 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 1979 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
