2005 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
