2009 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
