1999 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1994 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | President |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |