2007 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.

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2007 Audi A4 1986 Nissan Bluebird
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Bluebird
Year Released 2007 1986
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2560 mm