2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
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 Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 350 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
