1985 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Almera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
