2007 Audi S6 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S6 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
