2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
