1996 Audi S6 vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
