1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
