1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Stanza | A4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2809 mm |
