2005 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
