2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
