1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 136 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Primera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 136 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |