1991 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
