1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Stanza | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
