1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 968 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
