1989 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
