2008 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
