1985 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 4 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 190 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, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
