2006 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 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 A4 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1985 Nissan Sunny
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Sunny
Year Released 2006 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1486 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 1800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2410 mm