2010 Audi TT vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi TT | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2480 mm |
