1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 32 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
