2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
