2009 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S4 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
