2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
