2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
