2004 Audi A2 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 23 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 160 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, 2004 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
