2000 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 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 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 228 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2560 mm |
