1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Mazda MX-3 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A8 | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |