1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Rover Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Rover Vitesse | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | Vitesse | A3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |