1981 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 420 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
