2006 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 450 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 1988 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2080 mm |
