1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Rally Raid | A3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |