1999 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
