1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Nissan Santana were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Santana |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |