1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |