1989 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
