1991 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 746 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
