1989 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
