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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 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 180 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 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 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. 1989 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Santana |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 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 |