1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Laurel | S5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
