1998 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
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 A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
