2005 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Vanette. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2080 mm |
