1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pickup | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3122 mm |
