2007 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
