2009 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 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 425 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
