2004 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1971 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
