1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
