2009 Audi TT vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
