2008 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
