1981 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | 80 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |