1999 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |