2004 Audi A3 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 655 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 A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
