2000 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
