2006 Audi TT vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. 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 TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
