1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 100 1989 Nissan Bluebird
Make Audi Nissan
Model 100 Bluebird
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2560 mm