2008 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
