2008 Audi A5 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 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 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
