1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sunny | S4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
