1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
