2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 A8 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
