2003 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
