2005 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A6 1986 Nissan Silvia
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Silvia
Year Released 2005 1986
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2440 mm