1980 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 154 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
