1996 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A6 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |