1998 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1998 Audi A3 and 1998 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |