1989 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
