1981 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 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), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1206 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 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
