1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
