1981 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 336 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1981 | 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 | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
