1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Camry | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
