1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Prairie | A4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
