1986 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1987 Nissan Santana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1986 Audi 100 and 1987 Nissan Santana are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana.
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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Santana |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |