2009 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
