1986 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 507 kg more than 1986 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
