1994 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | President |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |