1986 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | President |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
