1996 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Today |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
