2000 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
