1981 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1074 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
