1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 4000 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
