1990 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
