2007 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| 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 | 178 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
