1992 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Audi 80 is newer by 11 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 80 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi 80 weights approximately 555 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, 1992 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 80 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 815 kg |
