1990 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 22 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1226 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 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
