2005 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 413 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, 2005 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.

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2005 Audi A4 1979 Nissan Stanza
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Stanza
Year Released 2005 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2410 mm