1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
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1979 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 161 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |