1984 Audi 200 vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 1994 Nissan President is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President 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 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1994 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | President |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
