1989 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 160 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
