2000 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2080 mm |
