2006 Audi A3 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |