2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano

To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Nissan Terrano.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi Allroad 1990 Nissan Terrano
Make Audi Nissan
Model Allroad Terrano
Year Released 2001 1990
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm


 

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