1985 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 507 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
