1990 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 20 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 227 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
