1985 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
