1996 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
