1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 230 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
