1986 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 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. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera 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 1998 Nissan Primera.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
