1990 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | V8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
