1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 816 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 100 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Audi Nissan
Model 100 Frontier
Year Released 1991 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 3952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 10 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L