2003 Audi A3 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
