2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 1988 Nissan Bluebird
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Bluebird
Year Released 2009 1988
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2560 mm