1988 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 90 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1988 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4060 mm |
