1970 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 556 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Variant | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
