1986 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 595 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 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
