2001 Audi TT vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
